Adams, MA
Full City Profile · Massachusetts · Berkshire County County
Adams, MA
At a Glance
How Adams Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Adams's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Adams a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Adams residents earn a median household income of $48,750 , which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,737. The unemployment rate stands at 5.9% (64% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 17.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 5,475 business establishments, including 496 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Adams is $189,100 , 33% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $270,617. Median rent is $909/month, with 36.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 105.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.
Safety & Crime
Adams reports 277 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 27% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,258/100K.
Education
26.0% of adults in Adams hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below the national average). 93.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Adams has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.